The case was reported in Forrest County. In April of this year, one case was reported in Madison County.

The MSDH only reports laboratory-confirmed cases to the public.

In 2012, Mississippi had 247 WNV cases and five deaths.

MSDH State Epidemiologist Dr. Thomas Dobbs said Mississippi is entering into the high-risk West Nile season and the state typically sees more human cases in July, August and September than in other months.

Health officials said Mississippians should take precautions to protect themselves from mosquitoes.